Dehydrating Citrus in a Food Dehydrator | Dehydrating Oranges and Grapefruit

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  • @TOMMYBITESHOMESTEAD
    @TOMMYBITESHOMESTEAD 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I enjoyed watching as I am about to start dehydrating

    • @StockingMyPantry
      @StockingMyPantry  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That's awesome! I think you'll love it!

  • @SilverPreppingGrandma
    @SilverPreppingGrandma 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I bet the house smelled wonderful while you were dehydrating those cuties. Thanks for sharing. 😃❤

    • @StockingMyPantry
      @StockingMyPantry  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      They did! So far this has been my favorite thing to dehydrate. I plan to do more soon, while they are still in season and at a good price.

  • @Mr.Coffee117
    @Mr.Coffee117 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I Just started dehydrating and so far i done strawberries, bananas, and apples. Apples i should of left on longer but now i know. I am doing oranges today hopefully they will turn out good.

  • @BootsAndBonnetWithChrisChristy
    @BootsAndBonnetWithChrisChristy 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Oh my. I would love that. Will be so good in tea also. Blessings my friend ❤️

    • @BootsAndBonnetWithChrisChristy
      @BootsAndBonnetWithChrisChristy 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Do you put them straight in the jar after they are done or do you condition them some way??

    • @StockingMyPantry
      @StockingMyPantry  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes, these are delicious. I love them so much I'm going to do more soon, while they are still in season, since they taste better and are a better price in season. I haven't tried them in tea yet, but I think that would be delicious. I've been snacking on them straight, crumbling them over granola, and putting them in smoothies. They add such a nice orange flavor to everything! How is your juicing going?

    • @StockingMyPantry
      @StockingMyPantry  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I let them cool a bit before putting into the jar. I left enough room in the jar to shake them, which I did every day for about a week, checking for any moisture. Since I tend to dehydrate until things are really dry, I haven't had to put them back in.

    • @BootsAndBonnetWithChrisChristy
      @BootsAndBonnetWithChrisChristy 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@StockingMyPantry very well. I try to do it for 1-2 meal replacements. It’s fun trying new blends.

    • @StockingMyPantry
      @StockingMyPantry  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@BootsAndBonnetWithChrisChristy That's awesome! Keep up the good work!

  • @wimalwanninayake7239
    @wimalwanninayake7239 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Verry good dr, im sri lanka.

    • @StockingMyPantry
      @StockingMyPantry  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks for watching and commenting, all the way from Sri Lanka!

  • @MontysnMotion
    @MontysnMotion 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi Rebecca great share love all the dehydrating videos. The screens are so great for the fruits. Those cuties look extra sweet! Yummy

  • @gwenstone9685
    @gwenstone9685 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for the video. Use a food processor to cut the oranges. Works like a charm.

    • @StockingMyPantry
      @StockingMyPantry  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for the tip! When I moved cross country to live with my 90-year-old mom, I left my food processor there. She has just a small chopper. Since her house is full with her own stuff, I haven't yet replaced my food processor. I have, however, really thought about doing so because I miss it! I would definitely use it a lot to prepare food for canning or dehydrating.

    • @gwenstone9685
      @gwenstone9685 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@StockingMyPantry it’s nice to have the option for sure. Some days I enjoy cutting up everything and they other days or like you said batches for preservation it’s easier with the food processor.

  • @izzynbuddy5551
    @izzynbuddy5551 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    They look so pretty!

    • @StockingMyPantry
      @StockingMyPantry  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you! I think so, too. I love that they maintain a vibrant color.

  • @wellnessandcountrylife
    @wellnessandcountrylife 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have another batch of apples to dehydrate. Will try to do with citrus

    • @StockingMyPantry
      @StockingMyPantry  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I think that's a great idea. At least where I am, citrus is plentiful right now. Very flavorful and at a good price, so it's a nice time to dehydrate them!

  • @irenetan9987
    @irenetan9987 ปีที่แล้ว

    I happened to dehydrate oranges. I bought a bag of 20 oranges n could not finish. Decided to dehydrate n eat like chips. A bit bitter bec I didn't remove the pith. Its worth it as its tangy n sweet.

    • @StockingMyPantry
      @StockingMyPantry  ปีที่แล้ว

      I'm glad you found something good to do with them rather than just letting them go bad!

  • @PaulNguyenLA
    @PaulNguyenLA 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good video, you are doing very well, It is very interesting to me. I like your video "51" Thanks for sharing the video my dear friend. God bless us. Have a nice day...

    • @StockingMyPantry
      @StockingMyPantry  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you very much!

    • @PaulNguyenLA
      @PaulNguyenLA 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@StockingMyPantry You are very welcome my dear friend....

  • @twinfin8571
    @twinfin8571 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I think if you used the mandolin by pushing away from you rather then trying to pull the fruit towards you, you may find it easier.

    • @StockingMyPantry
      @StockingMyPantry  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for the tip! I'll have to give that a try.

  • @StockingMyPantry
    @StockingMyPantry  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for watching! Here are the two dehydrators I personally use and recommend: amzn.to/3EJrS3i and amzn.to/3nUxX6f .

  • @OutrageousTigerPurr
    @OutrageousTigerPurr ปีที่แล้ว +2

    What are you using the orange powder for?

  • @akshatasrecipes
    @akshatasrecipes 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow,love this upload so much,keep posting,love your content. Great video 👍stay connected Regards Akshata

    • @StockingMyPantry
      @StockingMyPantry  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much 👍 I am using up all of the citrus that I dehydrated in the last year because it will soon be citrus season again here soon. Many neighbors have citrus trees and they are happy to share because the trees bear more fruit than they can eat themselves.

  • @agirlandhercows501
    @agirlandhercows501 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    this was a great video new sub

  • @MontysnMotion
    @MontysnMotion 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I've never dehydrated grapefruit sounds good. They all look so good. Have you tried segmenting them from the peel and Rhine before and then dehydrating (like when there canned)

    • @StockingMyPantry
      @StockingMyPantry  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks for your comment. I did the segmenting with mandarin oranges, and I wasn't crazy about them. However, I discovered that my husband prefers them compared to the ones with rinds. So now I'm doing both.

    • @MontysnMotion
      @MontysnMotion 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@StockingMyPantry It looked like they had the skin on them. I bet they are tasty

    • @StockingMyPantry
      @StockingMyPantry  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@MontysnMotion Yes! I've been grinding them into a rough powder and putting them in smoothies. So good! Hope you and the family are doing well.

  • @BeachCarr
    @BeachCarr 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What about the liquid in the orange peel? Would it make the oranges taste nasty in drinks?

    • @StockingMyPantry
      @StockingMyPantry  9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Great question! I think it's a matter of personal preference. I am fine with it, but my husband is not. So maybe try just a small amount to see if it suits your preferences.

    • @BeachCarr
      @BeachCarr 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Can you dehydrate oranges without the peel? Or maybe pinch the peel to release the liquid?

    • @StockingMyPantry
      @StockingMyPantry  9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@BeachCarr Yes! I peeled oranges, broke them into sections, and dehydrated them. It took longer to dehydrate them, I think because they weren't cut open, but it worked. If you wanted to speed it up, you could peel and then slice them, or break them into sections and cut them in half, etc.

    • @BeachCarr
      @BeachCarr 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@StockingMyPantry I asked because I am starting a cannoli business and making different flavors and I don't want the drinks and food to taste nasty

    • @StockingMyPantry
      @StockingMyPantry  8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@BeachCarr sounds exciting! I would recommend leaving off the peels because they can be bitter.

  • @VioletTakacs
    @VioletTakacs 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    what can you use the dehydrated oranges for besides decorating stuff with?

    • @StockingMyPantry
      @StockingMyPantry  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Great question! I've used them in smoothies (need a high powered blender!). I also like putting them in tea, pitchers of water, etc. I've also just snacked on them. I haven't done this, but have known of people who have powdered them and used them in baking.

    • @Sunny-jz3dy
      @Sunny-jz3dy 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      If you do any stir frys you can throw small pieces in or crumble them up in it. Powder them & mix with other spices to use in baking & cooking. Add them to your tea or coffee for a different flavor. I make Kahlua and add some to that....especially if using an orange flavored vodka. Use your imagination & experiment with them in all kinds of dishes & drinks! 😁 You'd be surprised at how just adding something like that gives your food or drink a new element of flavor! Almost forgot...the outer rings...tend to be bitter! If you dont like that..only use the inner flesh part! Also make sure you taste whatever citrus your drying before you dry it! If your citrus tastes bitter it will only get worse in the drying process! I have gotten oranges that tasted bitter so I didn't use them for drying. I use those for cleaning sprays.

    • @VioletTakacs
      @VioletTakacs 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Sunny-jz3dy thank you. Some awesome!

    • @Sunny-jz3dy
      @Sunny-jz3dy 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@VioletTakacs Your welcome! I know there's a lot of info out there and sometimes it gets confusing! lol

  • @muhammadwaqar6774
    @muhammadwaqar6774 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can i ask you a little bit more about dehydrating grapefruit.?

    • @StockingMyPantry
      @StockingMyPantry  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Sure, what specifically would you like to know?

    • @muhammadwaqar6774
      @muhammadwaqar6774 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@StockingMyPantry can i get contact you somewhere else so i can ask you total detail by also showing you the dehydrator i have.

    • @StockingMyPantry
      @StockingMyPantry  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@muhammadwaqar6774 unfortunately, I don't have the bandwidth for that. But the good news is that the type of dehydrator you haven't doesn't matter too much. The only thing is if you have a dehydrator that doesn't have a temperature option will dehydrate at a high temperature, and that's not best for fruit and vegetables. (It does work for them, but reduces the nutrient content.) If you do have a dehydrator with a temperature selection option, dehydrate at a temperature of 125 degrees Fahrenheit or lower to maintain as much nutrients as possible.

    • @muhammadwaqar6774
      @muhammadwaqar6774 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@StockingMyPantry the grapefruits in my country has seeds in it thats the problem i face while dehydrating them(my dehydrator do have temp section.

    • @StockingMyPantry
      @StockingMyPantry  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@muhammadwaqar6774 I'm glad to hear you have the temp section. Regarding seeds, what I recommend is to slice the grapefruit and when sliced, it's pretty easy to remove the seeds before dehydrating. It is a bit more work, for sure. But when you slice them, the seeds are always near the surface so shouldn't be too difficult to remove.

  • @GailsSouthernLiving
    @GailsSouthernLiving 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi Rebecca. Whats up with you? I did regular oranges but I just did mine for homemade potpourri.

    • @StockingMyPantry
      @StockingMyPantry  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hi Gail, busy these days with my paying customers (online students, unrelated to what I do on YT). I think oranges are my favorite. I'm putting them in smoothies every day, along with kale and some other fruit. They are a nice addition. I'll bet they smell great in potpourri.

    • @GailsSouthernLiving
      @GailsSouthernLiving 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@StockingMyPantry started my new diet.

  • @DDiamondRRuby
    @DDiamondRRuby 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Do you think if you froze the citrus partially it might be easier to slice?

    • @StockingMyPantry
      @StockingMyPantry  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Interesting idea! I had never thought of that, but it certainly helps with meat. I'm getting more citrus tomorrow, so I may try partially freezing a lemon and cutie to see how they do.

  • @jonicabeird4657
    @jonicabeird4657 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Do you eat the rind on both the oranges and grapefruit?

    • @StockingMyPantry
      @StockingMyPantry  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I do! My husgand isn't a fan of the rind, but I like it fine. I would experiment - try dehydrating some with it, and some without and see what you like best.

  • @Highvibes777
    @Highvibes777 ปีที่แล้ว

    My grapefruit was nowhere near ready at 10 hours!

  • @kathym2501
    @kathym2501 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    How long do they keep?

    • @StockingMyPantry
      @StockingMyPantry  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I would say at least a year. A lot of it depends on how you store them. If you store them in a cool, dry place, without a lot of light, they store longer. Also, I use a Foodsaver to vacuum seal my jars, and that helps them keep longer.